"En cualquier momento, tienes una elección que te lleva más cerca de tu espíritu o más lejos de él."

The essence of this quote is all about choices and their impact on our inner selves. Every decision we make nudges us either towards becoming more authentic and true to our core values or away from them, steering us into paths that might feel unaligned or even hollow. It's about being mindful of those choices, big or small.

Now, imagine you’re at a crossroads. This could be a literal one while hiking or a metaphorical one in your career. Let’s picture a time when you had to decide whether to stay in a job because it’s safe and pays the bills or to pursue a passion project that truly excites you. The job is familiar, it’s what you know, but it leaves you drained and unfulfilled. On the other hand, the passion project is risky, uncertain, but it makes your heart race with excitement.

This quote nudges us to see that every decision, even the seemingly trivial ones, has the power to bring us closer to our true selves or pull us away. Historically speaking, think about pivotal moments in history—the choices people made during times of great change. Like during the civil rights movement, individuals had to decide whether to stand up for justice and equality or stay silent and safe. Those who chose to fight for their beliefs took a step closer to their spirit, aligning their actions with their core values.

So, how do you apply this wisdom in your daily life? Start small. When faced with a choice, pause and think: Does this align with who I am or who I want to be? This awareness can shape everything from the way you spend your free time to the company you keep and the career paths you follow.

Take, for example, the story of a close friend of mine, Sarah. She was working in corporate marketing, a job she was good at but didn’t love. Every day felt like a drain on her spirit. But she had a passion for photography, which she only pursued on weekends. One day, she decided to take a leap. She reduced her hours at the marketing job and dedicated more time to photography. It was scary and uncertain. But she felt more alive, more herself, than she had in years.

If you want to embrace this concept, try this: next time you’re making a decision, big or small, ask yourself, “Does this choice align with my values and passions?” It’s not about making the “right” choice in the eyes of others—it’s about making the choice that feels right deep down in your soul.

Imagine you’re in a coffee shop, just like we are now, chatting with a friend about a tough decision. You'd probably say, “Hey, what’s your gut telling you? What feels right to you?” That’s the heart of this quote. It’s about listening to that inner voice and making choices that bring you closer to the person you want to be.

So next time you're stuck, remember Sarah’s story. Remember that each choice is a step—where it leads is up to you.